Follow local news and events in Maplewood with The Jersey Bee. Here is the The Daily Buzz for May. 8, 2024 from The Jersey Bee.
Local news
South Orange-Maplewood Studio Tour plans “Warren Court Art Walk” on May 11-12 in South Orange. There will be artworks by 25 artists from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Montrose Park Historic District. It will include live music, street food, and demonstrations of live art. Add to 📅.
South Orange and Maplewood Artists Studio Tour
South Orange recreation plans “AAPI Heritage Celebration” free event on May 11. The event is from 5-8 p.m. at the Baird Center. There will be a potluck, karaoke, and make-your-own bubble tea. Those interested in bringing a dish to share can sign up online. Add to 📅.
South Orange Village
Registration open for Maplewood recreation’s “Mermaid Swim Camp” beginning Jul. 29. The program meets weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first session runs through Aug. 2 and the second session is from Aug. 19-23. Admission is $400.
Maplewood Recreation Division
East Orange plans 2024 Community Uplift 5K Fun Run and Walk on May 11. The 5K starts at 9 a.m. at 132 S. Harrison St. There will be music, food, and health resources. Registration available online. Add to 📅.
East Orange City
Out Montclair seeks local artists to perform at this year’s pride event. The application is due May 15 and available online. Montclair Pride is scheduled for Jun. 8. Add to 📅.
Out Montclair
Dionne Warwick Institute PTO seeks vendors for its flea market on May 18. Community members can secure a spot as a vendor by completing an online form. Space rental is $25 and table rentals are $5. Set up begins at 10 a.m. at the school parking lot.
Dionne Warwick Institute
Newark Museum of Art to host a free “Community Day: Made in Newark” on May 11. The event, scheduled from 12-5 p.m., will feature performances from Jazz House Kids, Conrad Khalil, Kellz Merlin, and the Newark Arts High Marching Band. Tickets available online. Add to 📅.
Newark Museum of Art
Essex County Master Gardeners plans 2024 plant sale on May 11 in Roseland. There will be tomato plants, basil, perennials, shrubs, herbs, and honey available for purchase from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Essex County Environmental Center Garibaldi Hall. Add to 📅.
Essex County Environmental Center
Regional news
New Jersey Historical Commission recently announced the first 32 sites on the N.J. Black Heritage Trail. These locations include Site of East Orange Freedom Schools and Montclair Young Women’s Christian Association in Essex County. Each site highlights Black history and heritage throughout the state. More sites and marker installations will be added.
New Jersey Historical Commission
